Description

These Smash Chicken Caesar Tacos combine flavorful ground chicken seasoned with garlic powder and spices, cooked to crispy perfection on warm flour tortillas, and topped with fresh romaine lettuce, creamy Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan, and savory turkey bacon bits. A quick and delicious twist on classic Caesar salad in taco form, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Tacos

500g ground chicken
2 tsp garlic powder
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Drizzle of avocado oil (for cooking)
8 small flour tortillas

Toppings

1/2 head romaine lettuce, shredded
1/3 cup Caesar dressing
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
3 tbsp turkey bacon bits
Fresh parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the seasoned chicken mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine 500g of ground chicken with 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly blended to ensure consistent flavor in each bite.
Assemble chicken on tortillas: Spread an even layer of the seasoned ground chicken mixture on one side of each of the 8 small flour tortillas, preparing them for cooking.
Cook the chicken on tortillas: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add a drizzle of avocado oil. Place the tortillas chicken-side down on the hot skillet and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Flip the tortillas to crisp the other side for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Add the toppings: Remove the cooked chicken tacos from the skillet. Top each with shredded romaine lettuce, a drizzle of Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan cheese, and turkey bacon bits to add layers of flavor and texture.
Garnish and serve: Add fresh parsley on top for a fresh aroma and color contrast. Serve immediately to enjoy the tacos warm and crispy.

Notes

You can substitute turkey bacon bits with regular bacon bits or omit for a vegetarian option.
To make it gluten-free, use corn tortillas instead of flour tortillas.
Adjust the amount of Caesar dressing based on your taste preference to prevent sogginess.
Make sure the skillet is hot enough to crisp the chicken and tortilla but not so hot that it burns quickly.